Obligations relating to signage is one of the topics in the Traffic signage block of the Spanish DGT theory. How signage works: types of signs, the order of priority between them and the duty to obey them. Understanding this section well helps you answer the theory-exam questions on this topic with confidence.
In simple terms, this point of the DGT theory establishes that it is prohibited to modify the content of the signs or to place on them or in their vicinity plates, signs, marks or other objects that may cause confusion, reduce their visibility or effectiveness, dazzle road users or distract their attention, without prejudice to the powers of the owners of the roads. The autonomous body, the Central Traffic…
The order of priority between signs (officer, traffic light, vertical sign, road marking) is key; many questions are solved just by recalling it.
It is prohibited to modify the content of the signs or to place on them or in their vicinity plates, signs, marks or other objects that may cause confusion, reduce their visibility or effectiveness, dazzle road users or distract their attention, without prejudice to the powers of the owners of the roads.
The autonomous body, the Central Traffic Headquarters, or, where appropriate, the autonomous or local authority responsible for regulating traffic may, at any time, alter the content of the signs referred to in article 144.1 to adapt them to changing traffic circumstances, without prejudice to the powers of the road owners.
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